Dining In Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa is home to some of Orange County's finest restaurants, garnering local and national accolades. Whether you're looking for a sophisticated spot for a business meeting, taking your family out for fine dining, or want a quick bite after shopping, Costa Mesa has you covered as the culinary center of OC. Take a couple days to spend in Costa Mesa and experience not just a vacation, but an Eatcation®!
Good Town Doughnuts
Enjoy delicious handcrafted brioche doughnuts in unique flavors at The LAB shopping center.
Pitfire Artisan Pizza
Pitfire Pizza is a non-traditional pizzeria that serves artisanal thin-crust pizzas made in a wood-burning oven.
Portola Coffee Lab
A real experience in coffee chemistry, this whimsical coffee shop in The OC Mix modeled after a laboratory is mixing up award-winning coffee drinks.
Shuck Oyster Bar
Shuck Oyster Bar in The OC Mix serves a selection of the freshest oysters around, plus a variety of seafood dishes and a killer craft beer/wine list.
'Ai Pono Cafe
Straight from the islands, 'Ai Pono Cafe's owners specialize in Hawaii Street Food. Come in and see for yourself what authentic “Hawaii Street Food” is supposed to be!
Maggiano's Little Italy
At Maggiano's, you'll find authentic Italian-American cuisine prepared by gifted chefs, old-neighborhood charm and generous portions being passed around the table.
Knife Pleat
Knife Pleat is a French restaurant created by Michelin-starred chef Tony Esnault and restaurateur Yassmin Sarmadi.
Verde Kitchen
Located in The MET, Verde Kitchen serves up produce from their own gardens on their breakfast and lunch menus.
Birdie Bowl and Juicery
Birdie Bowl and Juicery in The OC Mix serves acai and pitaya bowls, cold-pressed juices and nut mylks.
Blue Bowl
Blue Bowl gives customers the power to make their bowls exactly how they want it. Choose from a list of wholesome ingredients and design your own superfood bowl.



















